Obituaries

Body Nancy Joyce Story McCormick, 69, of Eustace left our world to go be with our Lord April 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  She loved life to the fullest, always laughing and having a smile on her face. Nancy was born Oct.

Body Arthur Mondragon from Kemp passed away April 16, 2024, in Athens, at the age of 72. He was surrounded by his loved ones.  Arthur was preceded in death by his parents Asuncion Mondragon and Betty Flanary and sisters Maria Elena Rodriguez, Brenda Case and Sherry Chance.

Body Sammy Lloyd Daniels passed away Oct. 8, 2023, in Dallas. He was born Feb. 23, 1970, in Kileen to parents John and Judy Daniels. Sammy had a career as a self-employed electrician and carpenter.

Body Douglas Lloyd Gray, 63, of Henderson County passed away April 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and son. He was born June 27, 1960, in Des Plaines, Ill., to Jack Walter and Phyllis Arlene (Euhus) Gray.  Doug and his family moved to Farmers Branch when he was nine.

Body Bethaney Raé Thomas, 26, of Grand Saline, went to be with the Lord April 4, 2024. Bethaney was born Jan. 21, 1998, to Gary and Deana Thomas in Dallas.   Bethaney grew up in Mabank, graduating from Mabank High School in 2016.

Body Iva Mae Busby, 80, of Mabank, went to be with the Lord April 7, 2024.  Mae was born Dec. 10, 1943, to Arthur Reid and Mary Maude Bow in Kaufman.   On June 19, 1959, she married Richard Busby, and they spent a loving 49 years together before he passed away in 2008.

Body Texie Lee Griffin of Corsicana finally made it home April 9, 2024. She had waited over 94 years for this day. Texi was born to William E. Lee Garrett and Fredora “Dora” Tully Garrett Aug. 14, 1929, in Deport. Texie was the youngest of William and Dora’s children.

Body Mildred “Millie” Mae Bolin, 89, of Mabank, passed away peacefully April 3, 2024 in Athens. She was born Feb. 14, 1935.  Millie, “Nanny” to most, was a kind, caring and humble woman. She had a heart of gold and devoted much of her time and energy into helping and serving others.

Body Knox Nellins Lowe, a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away April 12, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born Dec.

Body It is with great sadness the family of Glen R. Stout tells of his recent passing Feb. 26, 2024 in Mabank. Glen passed at home with Claire at his side. They had just celebrated their 68th anniversary on Valentine’s Day.